PlanMaker vs SpreadSheets
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PlanMaker
This app offers a full-featured spreadsheet program for mobile devices, compatible with Excel files. Work on your spreadsheets anywhere with a comprehensive set of tools, including extensive calculation functions, data analysis, and charting capabilities. Seamlessly exchange data with desktop versions and save files locally or in the cloud.
- Excel file compatibility (XLSX, XLS)
- Over 430 calculation functions
- 1 million rows and 16384 columns
- Conditional formatting
- 80+ chart types
- Cloud storage integration
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■ PlanMaker ► The only complete Office spreadsheet program for your Excel files ► Work on your Excel spreadsheets wherever and whenever you want. ► When working on the go, take advantage of a feature set that you would otherwise only know from your PC or Mac. ► Almost all features can be used permanently free of charge. The complete set of features that you know from Microsoft Excel or PlanMaker on your Mac or PC is now offered by PlanMaker on your iPhone and iPad. Compatibility without compromise: PlanMaker uses the Microsoft Office XLSX format as its native format. This guarantees seamless data exchange. You can open your spreadsheets directly in Microsoft Excel without having to convert them. Intuitive operation on iPhone and iPad: PlanMaker always provides an ideal user experience, regardless of whether you're using it on your iPhone or an iPad. On an iPhone, you can use the practical toolbars with just one finger. On an iPad, you work with ribbons similar to those on your Mac or PC. Save locally or in the cloud: PlanMaker not only enables you to open and save documents stored on your device, but it also allows you to access your files in iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive and all other cloud storage services. The PlanMaker user interface is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and more than 20 other languages. PlanMaker brings the features of a desktop spreadsheet program to your iPhone and iPad. You shouldn't settle for less. ■ Working with files ► Worksheets can be losslessly exchanged with PlanMaker for Windows, Mac and Linux. ► Open and save XLSX and XLS files with full fidelity from Microsoft Excel 5.0 to 2021 and Excel 365, also with password protection ► Import and export assistant for text files ■ Extensive calculation capabilities ► More than 430 calculation functions ► 1 million rows and 16384 columns ► Complex numbers and array functions ► AutoSum, AutoProduct, AutoFill, etc. ► External references ■ Editing and formatting ► Conditional formatting ► Format painter for the rapid transfer of formatting ► Borders, shading, fill patterns ► Cell styles ► Forms with input fields, checkboxes, dropdown lists, etc. ► Syntax highlighting ► Input validation (data validation) ► Sheet, workbook and document protection with encryption ■ Analyzing data ► AutoFilter ► Data grouping (outliner) ► Detective ("formula auditing") for troubleshooting worksheets ■ Comprehensive graphics functions ► Draw and design directly in the worksheet ► Excel-compatible AutoShapes ► Insert images ► Crop pictures, change brightness, contrast and gamma ► TextArt function for striking font effects ■ Presenting and visualizing data ► More than 80 types of 2D and 3D charts, for example, column and pie charts ► Impressive effects on charts: soft shadows, rounded edges, etc. ■ Other features Almost all features of PlanMaker for iOS can be used free of charge. The following additional features are available to you via an inexpensive subscription: ► Printing ► Export to PDF and PDF/A ► Pivot tables ► Distributing text to cells ► Scenarios ► Data consolidation ► Sharing documents directly from PlanMaker ► Free customer support A single subscription unlocks these features simultaneously in PlanMaker, TextMaker and Presentations for iOS. License agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
SpreadSheets
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**SpreadSheets** is a powerful, modern spreadsheet app designed for iPhone and iPad. Create, edit, calculate, organize, and analyze spreadsheets with a clean interface built for touch, Apple Pencil, keyboard, and multitasking. Create professional spreadsheets from scratch or open existing files. Work with multiple worksheets, formulas, tables, charts, formatting, sorting, filtering, and powerful data tools—all in one streamlined workspace. **Powerful Spreadsheet Editing** * Create and edit spreadsheets on iPhone and iPad * Multiple worksheets and flexible cell ranges * Fast cell editing and selection * Copy, paste, fill, merge, and insert operations * Freeze rows and columns * Find and replace across your workbook **Advanced Formulas** * SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, IF, SUMIF, COUNTIF and more * Lookup functions including VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX and MATCH * Text, date, logical, statistical, and financial functions * Formula autocomplete and assistance * Formula error detection * Dynamic array functions **Professional Formatting** * Fonts, sizes, colors, borders, and alignment * Currency, percentage, date, time, and custom number formats * Text wrapping and cell styling * Conditional formatting * Data validation and dropdown lists * Named ranges **Tables & Data** * Create structured tables * Sort and filter data * Multi-level sorting * Custom filters * Data validation * Pivot tables * Data analysis tools **Charts & Visualization** * Column and bar charts * Line and area charts * Pie and doughnut charts * Scatter, bubble, radar, and combo charts * Custom titles, legends, labels, and axes **Excel & File Compatibility** * Import and export XLSX spreadsheets * Import and export CSV and TSV files * Export spreadsheets to PDF * Open documents directly from the Files app * Work with iCloud Drive and external storage **Built for iPhone & iPad** * Beautiful SwiftUI-inspired interface * Dark Mode * Apple Pencil support * Hardware keyboard shortcuts * Trackpad and mouse support * Drag and Drop * Multi-window and Stage Manager support * Fast, offline-first editing **Templates** Start quickly with ready-to-use templates for: * Budgets * Invoices * Expenses * Inventory * Project tracking * Sales * Schedules * Gradebooks * Personal finance * Planning **Smart Productivity** * Autosave and document recovery * Undo and redo * Favorites and Recents * Powerful search * Home Screen widgets * Shortcuts integration * Share and export with the iOS Share Sheet Whether you're managing finances, analyzing business data, tracking projects, planning your life, or simply working with numbers, SpreadSheets gives you professional spreadsheet tools in a clean, intuitive iOS experience. **SpreadSheets — powerful spreadsheets, beautifully designed for iPhone and iPad.** #SpreadSheets offers auto-renewing subscription options: •$7.99 per month •$34.99 per year • You can subscribe for unlimited access to all features and content offered for purchases within Video Stabilizer • Subscriptions are billed weekly/yearly on the subscription plan • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms of Use: https://tos.asiancomputingapps.com Privacy Policy: https://privacy.asiancomputingapps.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PlanMaker at 14.0 against SpreadSheets's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. PlanMaker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and SpreadSheets sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | PlanMaker | SpreadSheets |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (174 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 82.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 174 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SoftMaker Software GmbH | Do Anh |
Bugs and requests
PlanMaker
Reported bugs
6 issues- Spreadsheet corruption and data deletion
- Blue line appearing in the center of the screen
- Freezing when changing font/font size
- Loading spinner and blue line persist after saving
- App crashes when selecting cells and background color
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- Graphical glitches/flickering with original keyboard
Requested features
10 requests- Support for ODS file saving
- Ability to adjust image size within cells
- More robust cloud support (OneDrive, Dropbox)
- Numeric keyboard integration
- Drag and drop cells functionality
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- PDF import and annotation
- Dark theme/mode
- Improved zoom functionality for better column visibility
- Option for one-time purchase instead of subscription for printing
- Ability to import/export files via more cloud services
SpreadSheets
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
PlanMaker
- Unlock all features7 Days trial$1.491 Month
- Unlock all features7 Days trial$13.491 Year
SpreadSheets
- SpreadSheets Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
- SpreadSheet Pro Yearly$34.991 Year
- SpreadSheet Pro Lifetime$49.99









